Word:

Definition:

• Battacio

• A literal "slapstick" carried by Arlecchino, used to hit other characters for comedic effect.

• Battute

• Set dialogue that always occurs between 2 specific characters.

• Burla

• An improvised comic bit involving 2 servants.

• Lazzi

• Physical comic bit or joke.

• Vecchio

• Old men, masters, often indicated by hair on their masks.